Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Bristol Airport (BRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Bristol is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IAD to BRS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IAD and BRS include:
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)
Right now, R 5,747 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,098. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IAD to BRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport.
Landing cheap flights from IAD to BRS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Bristol Airport (BRS)
Consider booking a hotel near BRS if you're on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Bristol Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Drivalia and chase adventure across Bristol and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bristol Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
Bristol Airport to the centre of Bristol has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bristol Airport (BRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bristol based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Bristol Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bristol during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to BRS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Bristol, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 177 kilometres east to London to tick off its leading attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 121 kilometres north of Bristol. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are among the biggest draws.
